So I have a small amount (500) of Aer Lingus shares with a broker. If the sale to IAG goes through what are my options? Will I be offered the chance to sell my shares to IAG or do I just sell them myself via my on line account?
The difference being if you wait you will probably achieve a higher share price and the 5 cent dividend payment and won't be charged any commission when the shares are sold (as they will not be sold on the open market), however if you have itchy feet sell them now and pay the broker commission
As recently as 2012 Aer Lingus shares were only 65cents. I wouldn't look a gift horse in the mouth, there is too much politics involved in it, there is a real possibility now the offer could be rejected